Chinko Ekun’s momentous “Able God” hit single from late last year, ushered the rapper into sensationalized ubiquity. In a bid to solidify his prominence, Chinko has opted to showcase his wider range beyond street-inflected rap tracks, featuring Mavin singer Johnny Drille on his romantic, new “Calling” single. Over the resplendent, mid-tempo beat Big Dre produces, mixing sunny piano chords, groovy bass guitar riffs, intermittent horn flourishes and boisterous Afropop drums, both artists declare their heartfelt feelings for their love interests, with Chinko delivering the song’s two verses, while Johnny sings the catchy hook and a short outro.

Harping on the song’s mushy sentiments, the accompanying music video WalinteenPro puts together for “Calling”, features Chinko Ekun performing his verse in a goofy beach setting, alongside a model acting as his muse, while Johnny Drille sings from a phone booth. Adding some intrigue, the video comes with a socially conscious plot twist, with the love interest seemingly being a cancer patient, deepening the affecting quality of Chinko’s raps and Johnny’s singing.

Watch the video for Chinko Ekun’s “Calling” here.

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